Trusted by dog owners for clear, practical guidance.Individual assessments · Practical owner coaching · Clear training plans
Private dog training and behaviour support in Sheffield
Clear steps for
calmer walks and calmer homes.
In 90 minutes, understand your dog’s behaviour and leave with a clear starting plan.
Pulling, barking at other dogs or difficulty settling at home? Work with Roman to understand what is happening, practise clearer handling and choose an appropriate training pathway.
Behaviour Strategy Assessment · 90 minutes · £95
Private guidance with Roman. No obligation to purchase further training.
A client’s assessment experience
“Great initial assessment, very knowledgeable and immediately had more engagement from my dogs than I have for a while.”
David Maxfield · Client review. Read the source review
Individual experiences vary. This review does not promise the same outcome for every dog.
Choose your starting point
Support that fits your dog
and your everyday life.
01 / BEHAVIOUR
Understand the problem. Plan the next step.
For reactivity, pulling, anxiety, unreliable recall and challenges at home. A private assessment helps establish the priorities before choosing further training.
Explore the £95 assessment →02 / PUPPY FOUNDATIONS
Build useful habits from the start.
Guidance on engagement, lead skills, recall, settling and household routines, with owner participation at the centre of progress.
Explore puppy training →03 / RESIDENTIAL
Immersive training for suitable dogs.
A 28-day residential training option at £3,000. Suitability and realistic goals are discussed before any commitment.
Explore residential training →04 / PERSONAL PROTECTION
Specialist training. Suitability first.
Discuss your dog, your handling and your goals before committing to personal protection training.
Explore personal protection training →Clarity before commitment
You do not need to diagnose
your dog yourself.
Similar behaviours can have different contributing factors. Your dog's history, routine, environment and your response all matter.
01
Assess together
Roman observes your dog and your handling, and discusses the situations you find difficult.
02
Understand priorities
Explore what may contribute to the behaviour and what deserves attention first.
03
Choose your next step
Receive honest guidance on what is realistic and which training pathway, if any, is appropriate.
Possible next steps after assessment
Choose support based on your dog’s priorities.
You do not need to choose a programme now. Following your assessment, Roman explains which option is appropriate. These are separate fees, additional to the £95 assessment.
FOCUSED PRACTICAL COACHING
Behaviour Plan Implementation Session
Put your assessment recommendations into practice in a two-hour, one-to-one session with Roman.
£295 before 5 pm · £345 after 5 pm
Home visits in Sheffield may be available. Suitability and any travel charge are confirmed in advance.
STRUCTURED ONGOING SUPPORT
Four-Week Behaviour Breakthrough
A focused three-session programme for more enjoyable walks, where lead walking is your agreed priority. Three private 90-minute sessions across four weeks, with practical coaching and exercises tailored to your dog. Other behaviour goals are agreed following assessment.
£595 before 5 pm · £695 after 5 pm
Recommended following a Behaviour Strategy Assessment where suitable.
Training requires owner participation and practice between sessions. Outcomes depend on the dog, circumstances and consistent implementation.
Meet Roman Palmer
Training the dog.
Coaching the owner.
Roman founded The Canine Alliance to help owners develop clearer communication and more practical control in everyday situations.
The assessment considers you and your dog together. Progress depends on appropriate training, consistent practice and the routines you maintain outside sessions.
A practical working relationship
- Individual guidance based on your dog and circumstances.
- Clear expectations about owner participation.
- Further support recommended where appropriate.
- Honest discussion of realistic goals.
Visit the facility
Private training
in Halfway, Sheffield.
Unit 18, White Rook Business Park
Old Lane, Sheffield, S20 3GZ
Appointments are booked in advance. If your dog has a bite history or needs particular arrival arrangements, contact Roman before attending.
Questions before booking?
Tell us briefly about your dog and the help you need.
Email The Canine Alliance07523 733652
Useful answers
Before you take the next step.
What does the behaviour assessment cost?
The private Behaviour Strategy Assessment costs £95 and lasts 90 minutes.
Can you help with reactive or anxious dogs?
The assessment is suitable for owners experiencing reactivity, anxiety, pulling and other behaviour difficulties. Tell Roman about any bite history or safety concerns before attending so appropriate arrangements can be discussed.
Will I need to purchase a programme afterwards?
There is no obligation to purchase further training. Roman explains suitable options if additional support would be helpful.
Will one session resolve every problem?
The assessment establishes practical priorities and realistic next steps. Behaviour change may require ongoing practice, management and further support.
Your next step
Start with understanding.
Move forward with a plan.
Explore what happens in your private 90-minute assessment.
Explore the Behaviour Strategy Assessment